Procurement Technical Assistance Counselor I

Commerce & Community Development Agency; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commerce & Community Development Agency in Montpelier, VT seeks a Procurement Technical Assistance Counselor I to guide Vermont businesses in pursuing government contracts through the APEX Accelerator Program. You will advise on registrations, certifications, market research, and readiness activities, with statewide travel and ongoing professional development.

The role emphasizes supporting trainings and outreach on contracting systems and compliance, building knowledge of procedures and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ months government procurement experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with government procurement systems such as SAM.gov or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of SBA programs and federal contracting processes.
• Ability to obtain NAPEX certification within a reasonable timeframe after hire.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Vermont businesses in preparing for and pursuing government contracting opportunities.
• Provide guidance on registrations, certifications, market research, and procurement readiness.
• Support training and outreach efforts on contracting systems and compliance requirements.
• Travel statewide as required to engage with clients and partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Procurement systems experience

SBA programs knowledge

NAPEX certification plan

Market research

Business development

Business counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree + 6+ months procurement experience

Associate's degree + 2+ years

High School diploma + 4+ years

Tools

SAM.gov / e-procurement platforms

Job description

The Procurement Technical Assistance Counselor I assists Vermont businesses in preparing for and pursuing government contracting opportunities through the Vermont APEX Accelerator Program. The role provides guidance on registrations, certifications, market research, and procurement readiness activities, and supports training and outreach efforts on government contracting systems and compliance requirements. Based in Montpelier, this position includes statewide travel and requires developing knowledge of contracting procedures and regulations through ongoing professional development.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 6+ months government procurement experience, or Associate's degree plus 2+ years, or High School diploma plus 4+ years
• Experience with government procurement systems such as SAM.gov or similar e-procurement platforms
• Knowledge of Small Business Administration (SBA) programs and federal contracting processes
• Ability to obtain NAPEX (National Association of APEX Accelerators) certification within reasonable timeframe after hire
• Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple client priorities
• Experience with market research, business development, or business counseling preferred